Is this an Imperial Russian M15?

[FinMC]

So I found this online recently, being sold as a "Imperial Russian WW1 M15 Helmet". I dont know the differences from a French adrian (if any) I would really appreciate help!

[reneblacky]

I can only say that the liner looks to be very similar to a Bulgarian type

[FinMC]

You are right! and searching it up, I have seen a few of an apparent Bulgarian Adrian variant that includes the lugs on the sides of the helmet (which I had not seen on other variants) Do you have any idea as to when the Bulgarian army may have used Adrian's in any way?

[reneblacky]

French 15 that I have for comparison

[FinMC]

It's just those lugs on the side that strike out for me, I haven't seen them on French Adrian's before

[reneblacky]

I believe they did but I can't confirm that quickly, I go by what I have

[emileverbunt]

Rare WWI French M15 Adrian helmet made by JAPY, used in Serbia, Bulgaria 1915

Look at this link. As reneblacky says: Bulgarian. Capture from Serbian Army and reconditioned by the Bulgarians.

Cheers,
Emile

[FinMC]

cheers! That clears it up then, Bulgarian it is

[McSeam]

So I found this online recently, being sold as a "Imperial Russian WW1 M15 Helmet". I dont know the differences from a French adrian (if any) I would really appreciate help!

Seems there was the difference. I've found this picture in an old French magazine.
From left to right: Belgian, Serbian, Russian, Romanian.

[stuka f]

I can only show the first and last one, but love to lay hand on the other two...